Ep #132: Body Pain & Pelvic Floor Health in Perimenopause and Menopause with Heather Marra

Are you experiencing unexplained joint pain, body aches, or inflammation during perimenopause or menopause? You're not alone. In this episode, Andrea Donsky, menopause educator, published researcher, and co-founder of WeAreMorphus.com, interviews pelvic floor physical therapist Heather Marra.

The discussion centers around the newly published research about Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause and provides practical solutions for managing these symptoms.

Discover why 70% of menopausal women experience musculoskeletal symptoms and learn evidence-based strategies - from hormone therapy to targeted exercises - that can help alleviate pain and prevent long-term complications.

Key Topics Covered:

• The newly identified Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause (July 2024 research)
• Statistics on joint pain, body aches, and inflammation in perimenopause/menopause from Morphus Surveys
• The connection between estrogen levels and musculoskeletal health
• Role of pelvic floor therapy in managing symptoms
• Practical solutions around exercise, nutrition, and hormone therapy
• Prevention strategies for bone loss, muscle weakness, and frailty
• Personal experiences with frozen shoulder and other joint issues
• Importance of early intervention and proactive health management

Find a Pelvic Floor Therapist near you:
In the US: Pelvicrehab.org
In Canada: https://pelvichealthsolutions.ca/

Visit Heather Marra's website: onesimplesteptoday.com

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